Germany’s Political Crisis: Scholz to Face Confidence Vote and Call for New Elections
The ruling coalition in Germany has collapsed following Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s dismissal of Finance Minister Christian Lindner over budget disputes. In response, Scholz is set to pose a confidence question to the Bundestag on December 16, 2024, a move that could lead to the Bundestag’s dissolution and new elections. If the confidence vote fails, the Bundestag may be dissolved, triggering elections within 60 days, with a proposed date of February 23, 2025. Scholz initially planned for a later vote, but has now agreed to expedite the process before the year concludes.